TBS Today, April 5

This just in: Alameda County Superior Court Judge Mark McCannon forcefully denied motions from both the prosecution and the defense Wednesday morning that sought to remove him from a controversial triple murder case that may be just weeks away from trial.

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Judge denies motions to remove him from triple murder case
“I am not the low-hanging fruit or scapegoat for the debacle this case has become,” Judge McCannon said Wednesday.
Berkeley residents see garages smashed in the Claremont
BPD says there are two known suspect vehicles: a white Kia and a dark-colored SUV. The damage caused ranged from minor to major.

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Teen charged with murders of Jazy and Angel Sotelo Garcia
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